Confirmation

Confirmation class update

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Confirmation classes began on Sunday October 2, 2011. Confirmation Classes for the remainder of 2011 are scheduled for Sunday, November 20th at 10:10 AM and Sunday December 11th, at 10:10 AM. The date of Confirmation was postponed to spring of 2013 due to the fact that we have younger students in the class. The Sacrament of Confirmation will be administered by Rt. Rev. John Mack, Bishop of the Central Diocese.

We pray for the following students preparing for Confirmation: Melissa Betancur, Cristoforo Carnemolla, Michael Cyman, Carlos Garcia, Amber Harth, Nayef Kiame, Christopher Paulison, Nicole Romero, Monica and Alexis Kulbacki.

The Sacrament of Confirmation is a very important step in the religious education of our young people. Confirmation is the sacrament through which we receive gifts of the Holy Spirit to make us soldiers of Christ, ready to profess our faith in word and deed. The minister of confirmation is the bishop. The bishop confirms by laying of hands on the person to be confirmed and anointing the forehead in the form of the cross with Holy Chrism. The bishop says: “I sign you with the sign of the cross and I confirm you with the Chrism of Salvation in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” (Catechism). Confirmation imprints on our soul sacramental character, which entitles us to strength needed to show our faith in word and deed. The Sacrament of Confirmation is the completion of baptism, because we are strengthened to live a Christian life within the Church and defend its truths.

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Preparations for the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation

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The Sacrament of Confirmation is a very important step in young adults’ religious education. Confirmation is the sacrament through which we receive gifts of the Holy Spirit to make us soldiers of Christ, ready to profess our faith in word and deed. The minister of confirmation is the bishop. The bishop confirms by laying of hands on the person to be confirmed and anointing the forehead in the form of the cross with Holy Chrism. The bishop says: “I sign you with the sign of the cross and I confirm you with the Chrism of Salvation in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” (Catechism). The confirmation imprints on our soul sacramental character, which entitles us to strength needed to show our faith in word and deed. The Sacrament of Confirmation is the completion of baptism, because we are strengthen to live a Christian life within the Church and defend its truths.

Our parish gives the opportunity for the children to participate in First Holy Communion classes. Students who started second grade this year, or are older, are eligible to take classes. The Holy Eucharist is Jesus Christ really present under the forms of bread and wine. In the Eucharist Jesus Christ gives us Himself as a food for our souls. The bread and wine becomes the Body and Blood of our Lord during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass when the priest says words of consecration which Jesus used during the Last Supper: “This is My Body… This is My Blood” (catechism).

I am looking forward to your help in preparing your sons and daughters for the celebration of these sacraments by bringing them to classes and Sunday Mass. Some of our youth have sport activities on Sunday afternoon, therefore I decided, for their convenience, to have classes on Sunday morning at 10:10 AM. Masses are at 9 AM and 11 AM. I contacted Bishop John Mack who will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation in Spring 2013. The schedule of classes was sent to the youth and placed in the parish hall. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at any time by calling 973-256-4888 or 201-247-4832.

Respectfully yours in Christ,

Fr. Joseph R. Cyman, Pastor

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Christmas Dinner With Saint Nicholas and a New Member of our Family

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Sunday, December 5th proved to be a festive event with the celebration of St. Nicholas Day at Holy Cross Church – Woodland Park, N.J. Delicious food, music, and a visit from “Jolly Old St. Nick” delighted the adults as well as the children. Sunday school students performed for their audience and invited them to sing – a – long Christmas Carols. In addition to that the youth were singing the well known songs Give Thanks and My Life is in You. We had a great number of people. A special cake was made to honor the birth of Jesus. St. Nicholas distributed gifts to the precious children asking them in return to be good for goodness sake. During the dinner there was a drawing of Santa basket, 50/50 cash prize and certificate for the brunch of two at the Bethwood. We thank ladies who brought delicious baking goods. This event would not have been possible without the support of the members of the Parish Life Committee.

On Sunday December 19, 2010 after 11 AM Mass the Holy Cross Church had a great occasion. Fr. Joseph administered the Sacrament of Baptism and Confirmation (with the bishop approval) to Jeffrey Lee Valentine Volyn. Jeffrey went through preparations with Fr. Joseph. Godparents were Irene Legawiec and Dane Volyn. Witnessing the ceremony were Lois Volyn, Jeffrey’s wife and their children. We congratulate Jeffrey for being accepted as the new member of our Christian family.

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Confirmation

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It was a great experience to witness our Confirmation celebration last Sunday, June 6th. The following parishioners received the Sacrament of Confirmation: Brianna Harth, Michael Lazor, Antonio Lazar, Matthew Montero, Alissa Paulison, Cassie Loyas, Juan and Jacqueline Batista, Krista Campbell, and Cristian Reyes, administered by Rt. Rev. Dr. Anthony Mikovsky, Bishop of the Central Diocese.

It was uplifting to see ten confirmands, their families and friends as well as our parishioners that day. I hope you enjoyed this grace filled ceremony as I did.

I thank Deacon David and all those who in any shape or form helped me to make this event meaningful and enjoyable.

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Holy Mass Schedule for Sunday, June 6th

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As you already know, on Sunday, June 6, 2010 at 3:00 PM we will have a special celebration Holy Mass mass of reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation administered by Rt. Rev. Dr. Anthony Mikovsky, Bishop of the Central Diocese. Because of the celebration, there will be only 9:00 AM Holy Mass in the morning. There will be no 11 AM Holy Mass. Please attend either 9:00 AM or 3:00 PM Holy Masses on that Sunday. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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Confirmation Class

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Students studying for Confirmation, the Sacramental completion of the journey begun in Baptism began studying on Sunday September 27, 2009 after 11:00 A.M. Mass. The following students are enrolled for Confirmation Classes: Brianna Harth, Michael Lazor, Matthew Montero and Alissa Paulison. Students who will begin High school in September or will be 14 years old or older in June 2010 are eligible to take confirmation classes.

Our Confirmation celebration will take place on Sunday, June 6, 2010 AT 3:00 p.m. Our Bishop Ordinary, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Anthony Mikovsky, will administer Confirmation on our students.

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